Legal Question in Criminal Law in Virginia

forfiture

how do i file a forfiture pleading in the state of virginia


Asked on 6/02/08, 10:22 am

10 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

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Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am
Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: forfiture

First send a written request to whatever office of commonwealth's attorney is responsible for the continuing hold on the property and request that it be returned. (If it's a federal matter, then send the letter to the U.S. attorney's office which is responsible.)

If the request is denied, then arrange to consult

with a criminal defense counsel who practices in the jurisdiction where the property is being held, and who should be able to advise as to what papers may need to be filed and who should file them in order to obtain the return of this property which apparently is being held by law enforcement authorities subject to forfeiture.

Dealing with forfeiture matters, whether the applicable law or procedure, can be fairly complicated, and it would not be advisable for you to proceed on your own without legal advice should your initial request for a return of the property be denied.

Read more
Answered on 6/02/08, 11:04 am


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